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Would you suggest to use the elliptical with a broken foot?

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Broken foot : No i would not use any weight bearing equipment with a broken foot. It takes fractures 6 weeks to heal

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 1/21/2017

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A member asked:

Would you suggest to use the elliptical with a broken foot?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Frank Smith answered

Dr Ali agreed

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